When individuals find themselves challenged by state-owed debts due to various circumstances, the DHS 681 form serves as a lifeline for residents of Michigan. This comprehensive form, signifying a REQUEST TO DISCHARGE STATE-OWED DEBT, offers a structured path for individuals seeking forgiveness or waiver of their debts owed to the state, specifically those managed by the Friend of the Court (FOC). It mandates thorough personal and financial disclosures from applicants, including details about household composition, employment status, income, assets, and monthly expenses. The form is sensitive to various life situations that could impact one's ability to pay, from incarceration status to disability, heath challenges, and involvement in bankruptcy proceedings. It also considers the non-financial contributions to child support, such as consistent parenting time and provision of essential goods or services. By offering an opportunity for debt discharge under certain conditions—like making a lump sum payment that the FOC might match—this document underscores the state's commitment to assisting individuals in overcoming financial hurdles while ensuring the welfare of children remains a priority. Applicants are advised to provide accurate, complete information to avoid having any forgiven debt reinstated. This form, thus, represents a crucial resource for residents navigating the complexities of state-owed debt, emphasizing accountability, support, and the possibility of financial recovery.
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Form Name | Form Dhs 681 |
Form Length | 4 pages |
Fillable? | No |
Fillable fields | 0 |
Avg. time to fill out | 1 min |
Other names | dhs 681 form michigan, mi dhs 681, mi dhs request debt form, dhs 681 print |
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STATE OF MICHIGAN |
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RICK SNYDER |
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES |
NICK LYON |
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GOVERNOR |
LANSING |
DIRECTOR |
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REQUEST TO DISCHARGE
If you think you have good reasons for the Friend of the Court (FOC) to discharge (forgive or waive) your
If you have a court order in more than one county, please provide a copy of this form to each FOC office where you are seeking discharge of
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name |
Date of birth |
Social Security number |
Driver’s license or state ID number |
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Custodial party name(s) or docket number(s) (if known) |
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YOUR SITUATION
Below, please list who lives with you in your household, including children.
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How is this person related to you? |
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1.In your living situation, do you: If other, please explain:
Rent
Own
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Do you have any child support cases in other states? |
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If yes, which state(s)? |
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Case number(s) if known: |
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How much can you pay in current child support? |
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How much can you pay toward |
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5.Would you be able to pay at least $1,000 at one time if the FOC “matched” the payment amount by discharging an
equal amount of your |
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If no, what amount could you pay all at one time to qualify for a matching discharge? |
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6.Please select your highest level of education:
Some high school |
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High school diploma/GED |
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Some college |
Graduate degree (master’s, J.D., etc.) |
7.Do you have any specialized job training or licenses (examples: apprenticeship, certification, etc.)?
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If yes, please describe:
8. Are you currently employed: |
If unemployed, are you eligible for unemployment benefits? If no, why not?
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Unemployed
If unemployed at any time in the past three years, please identify below which months you were unemployed and not receiving unemployment benefits. (You weren’t eligible for benefits, or they had run out.)
(Examples: 1/2011, 4/2012, etc.)
9.Current employer name and address, if you have one:
Employer phone:
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Are you currently incarcerated (in jail or prison)? |
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Prisoner ID: |
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Date you expect to be released: |
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Have you been incarcerated in the past? |
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If yes, please list approximate start and end dates: |
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12.If you answered yes to Question 11, is it hard for you to find employment because of previous jail, prison, or probation
sentences? |
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If yes, please explain:
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Are you receiving Social Security payments? |
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If yes, please provide a copy of your award letter or other proof to the FOC with this form, and complete the following: |
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Date you began receiving payments: |
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Type of payments: |
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Are you permanently disabled according to the Social Security Administration (SSA)? |
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If yes, please provide proof to the FOC with this form. |
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Do you have a disability or other health issue(s) that may prevent you from working |
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If yes, please provide proof to the FOC with this form. |
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15.Do you currently receive public assistance (FIP, Medicaid, Food Stamps, etc.)?
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If yes, what kind of assistance? |
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Are you currently under a bankruptcy plan, or are you in the process of filing for bankruptcy? |
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Do you expect to receive money from a will, estate, or trust? |
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Are you currently living in a homeless shelter or taking part in a homelessness program? |
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19.In the past six months, have you been unable to pay medical bills (for either yourself or a family member) that you
must pay? |
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20. In the past six months, have you been unable to pay other bills that you must pay? |
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If yes, list bills you are unable to pay: |
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21.Do you spend time with your child(ren) on a regular basis, attend school activities, and/or consistently exercise your
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22.In addition to your regular parenting time schedule, do you care for your children while the other parent is at work,
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at school, etc.? |
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If yes, list how many hours you do this per week: |
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Do you provide |
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Would you be willing to take a finance or budget class? |
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Would you be willing to attend a jobs program? |
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Would you be willing to do volunteer work? |
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If yes, how many hours per week are you willing to volunteer? |
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MONTHLY INCOME INFORMATION (List gross amounts – before taxes)
Income from job(s) |
Workers’ compensation |
Social Security (SSI, disability, retirement, etc.) |
Veterans Administration (VA) benefits |
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Unemployment |
Pension |
Child support received (for all cases) |
Spousal support |
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Settlement (legal settlement, insurance settlement, annuity) |
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ASSET INFORMATION
Do you have a savings, checking, or other |
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If yes, total amount in all accounts: |
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Bank or financial institution name: |
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Do you have retirement savings such as 401(k)? |
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If yes, total amount in all retirement accounts: $ |
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Date: |
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Do you own or lease a car or truck? |
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If yes, number of cars/trucks owned or leased: |
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Do you have any of these items worth over $500? |
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Computer/Tablet: |
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Tools: |
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AVERAGE MONTHLY EXPENSES (your share or the amount you pay)
Rent/mortgage |
Electric |
Cable/satellite TV |
Water |
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Natural gas/oil |
Child support |
Phone (home/cell) |
Credit cards |
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Medical bills |
Car payments |
Child care |
Education |
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Spousal support |
Insurance (car, life, medical, homeowners) |
Other monthly payment(s) (describe) |
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DEBTS (your share or the amount you pay)
Total balance on credit card(s) |
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Total balance on medical bills (self) |
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Total balance on medical bills (family) Date |
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Do you owe restitution as a result of a crime? |
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If yes, amount owed: $ |
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Do you owe fees, fines, and/or court costs? |
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If yes, amount owed: $ |
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Do you owe someone as a result of a court judgment? |
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If yes, amount owed: $ |
Please note that if any of your
Please sign below to indicate that you believe the information you have provided on this form is correct and complete.
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